Aspen’s first ever intra-series summer event, “The Hit List Agenda” debuts right HERE in the pages of this exciting first issue! The turmoil in South Asia erupts into chaos as “The Hit List Agenda” sets its sights on the Republic of India. Amidst the bloodshed of a devastating attack on the Israeli Embassy, one woman’s actions will force the government’s hand in inching towards a potential war with a rival nuclear superpower—Executive Assistant Lotus! Yet, the catastrophic national conflict she has set into motion by her exploits is nothing compared to the life-altering conflict rising inside her due to the misdeeds of her past!

The Man, The Myth, The Amulet? Legendary star of the small and silver screen, ADAM WEST, has his career youth-enized in this hip-whimsical,trans-dimensional epic of an adventure. When a mysterious fan delivers an exotic amulet to Mr. West's doorstep he is Dorothy-fied on an odyssey that will change his career.

Part 1 of 4
In issue one of four of this mini-series prequel to Bluewater Comics' hit series "Victoria's Secret Service," readers are introduced to the sexy, skilled thief named Rain (AKA Scarlet) as she takes on high risk, high reward jewelry theft jobs.

In the aftermath of the attack by the nefarious newcomer One-Shot, St. Canard finds itself in the midst of chaos again! An army of brand new baddies has swarmed the streets, and city hall is rendered helpless without the leadership of a mayor. Could the terror that flaps in the night do the unthinkable and don the duties of aâ€¦.*gasp*â€¦desk job? Plus: Who can contain Cat-Tankerous? Make yours mallard this month and find out!

As forces from Starborn and The Traveler collide in an epic superhero clash of the titans -- the only question is if Soldier Zero will find new allies...or new enemies? Find out as worlds from every point of the universe collide!

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Having broken into a haunted castle to loot its treasures, Conan and his companions discover that stories of the castle's paranormal past may have been exaggerated. But that doesn't mean that fabricated ghost stories can't be used to their advantage when Conan discovers they aren't the only thieves out for the gold!

* Written by Ron Marz (The Magdalena, Witchblade) and illustrated by Bart Sears, this is one Conan tale true fans will not want to miss!

After witnessing his wife burned at the stake, warlord Khalar Zym sets out on a quest to find the mythical Mask of Acheron, an ancient artifact that will bring his beloved back to life. In his search across the lands, Zym destroys a village in northern Cimmeria, where a boy born of battle survives and is cast out into the world, alone.

Years later, Zym crosses paths again with the boy who survived-Conan. He must now contend with this barbarian nuisance who is now set on vengeance for the slaughter of his village. Zym and his daughter, Marique, eventually clash with Conan in an epic final battle, the outcome of which will decide the fate of the world.

* Based on Conan the Barbarian, the new major motion picture starring Jason Momoa, Rose McGowan, and Ron Perlman.

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Dark Horse's essential chapter in the story of Id Software's hotly anticipated game Rage continues!

The Authority has seized power and is carrying out cruel "experiments" on radiation victims, but when a scientist discovers the true extent of its deceptions, she finds herself an enemy of the state, with only a fledgling resistance to turn to. Arvid Nelson (Rex Mundi) and Andrea Mutti (DMZ) delve deeper into the secrets of Rage, working directly with the game's creative director, Tim Willits, in a new take on postapocalyptic intrigue!

Written by Arvid Nelson (Rex Mundi) and penciled by Andrea Mutti (DMZ)!

An exclusive tie-in to the most nightmarish vision yet from Id, the developers of Doom and Quake!

On Telos IV, a priestess has been assassinated, and the planet is on the verge of civil war. Only Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his Padawan Xanatos can protect the planet's leader-who just happens to be Xanatos's father-and stop the insurgents. But Xanatos is succumbing to his own long-buried resentments and may soon be more of a hindrance than a help.

Twenty years before his fateful meeting with Anakin Skywalker, Qui-Gon Jinn had his first encounter with the dark side . . .

"THIS IS NOT MY LIFE", Part 2 of 3
Deep below one of the most prestigious universities in the DCU lie some deadly secrets that Supergirl is determined to expose! But if she uses her powers, she'll blow her cover, thus ruining any chance she and Lois Lane have of catching the madman responsible for it all!

The story of Billy Butcher, the Boys' mysterious leader, is told at last. From the backstreets of London's East End to the carnage of the Falklands War, from the heights of love to the depths of tragedy, the most violent man in comics reveals the terrible nature of the forces that drive him. And when he's done, he'll be ready... to finish things once and for all.MATURE READERS

"Chaos" really gets under way! Megatron: firebrand, tyrant, psychopath... prisoner? The Decepticons leader had the Autobots at his mercy—and then surrendered. Optimus Prime tries to find out why in a story that spans four million years and features a cast of thousands. Events in this issue will forever change the way you look at the Transformers Universe...

"FAME MONSTER", Part 1
Every time Cassie falls asleep, she dreams of another celebrity murder. And when she wake up, she finds it has actually happened! The cast of “Douche Beach,” the Pouperheus Sisters, Lady Art Projekt, even teen heart throb Kendall Schipp and his millions of “Worschippers”... none are safe from the Fame Monster!

"CHAPTER SIX: A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEPTH"
Still reeling from the startling truth, an angry Steve 'Marineman' Ocean heads back to Marine Base Alpha to confront his father and Admiral Brookes before returning to the 'Leviathan' for the final showdown! Don't miss it!

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Sixty years ago the oil ran out and debts were called in. Civil war followed that splintered America into warring fiefdoms. New San Diego is a technocratic utopia that offers the last bastion of peace and prosperity, provided you live within its walls. Drake McCoy is its best protector. McCoy, an expert marksman, defends the city from the numerous threats in the wasteland outside the walls. But when the oil rich Lone Star state sends a powerful army to steal New San Diego’s energy technology, even Drake’s leadership and skill may not be enough to fend off the siege.

Video game industry titan JASON RUBIN (The Iron Saint, Crash Bandicoot) teams with TYLER KIRKHAM (Green Lantern Corps) to bring a dark, action-packed supernatural thriller that will have you questioning everything you believe. Sam, an alcoholic ex-cop, woke up with a mysterious piece of silver and soon finds himself the prime suspect in a serial murder case pursued by a relentless FBI agent.MATURE READERS

Artist CLIFF RATHBURN returns to the series he created! 400 years have passed since Death failed to eradicate all life. Death has returned with a more insidious plan to retrieve a magical gem from the hands of Reaper, who has become a prominent warlord and has amassed a small army to protect his village and wealth. Unknown to Reaper, he is about to lose everything; for Death’s new strategy can’t be stopped.MATURE READERS

Part 3 of 5
Having lost all control when his new implant was fully activated, and nearly killing Matt, Greg has fled the base and made his way into the DC metro area. It’s up to Matt to track down his brother-in-arms and bring him back before he causes any harm to himself, the city, or its civilians. But what is it about the “upgrade” that triggered Greg’s mental break? Could there be a sinister secret hiding within the Project Red Spike files?

Another foray into medical horror from Robert Kirkman’s Skybound Originals line! Is your baby really your baby — or is it a camouflaged monster that’s feeding on you while you sleep? An infestation of Cuckoo Faeries is spreading through the nurseries of Arkham, Oregon, and it’s up to Dr. Vincent Morrow, the Witch Doctor, to stop it! So why doesn’t he want to bother? Plus: Shark cage diving with sea monsters!

The Academy teachers must battle not one, but two hammer-wielders at the same time! Meanwhile, the horrors of war take their toll on the students, as one of them is pushed ever further towards a life-changing decision! Don't miss the shocking events that will rock the book that IGN.com calls “the under-appreciated gem of the Avengers franchise."

It won't take some of the Avengers to fight the madness of fear itself it will take ALL OF THEM!! It's an Avengers reunion in the ruined streets of New York as Avengers old and new gather to fight the fight no single hero could possibly withstand. And finally, who on the Avengers will fall in love...for the very first time?! What? We can't believe it either!

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TWO CAPTAIN AMERICAS LEAD A TIME-TRAVELING PATRIOTIC SQUAD TO RESTORE LIBERTY!

Steve Rogers and Jim Barnes – joined by US Agent, American Dream and Commander A -- now they find themselves in a dystopic America -- and branded as traitors. Can they survive in a nation that has surrendered its soul to the mysterious AMERICOMMAND? Roger Stern (CAPTAIN AMERICA: WAR & REMEMBRANCE) and Philippe Briones (IRON MAN: LEGACY) will show you a world where the Captains America have been declared ENEMIES OF THE STATE!

With new enemies, new friends…and that same old “grinnin’ in the face of hell” attitude, The Man Without Fear is back in a double-sized first issue and leading with his face! Mark Waid (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN, Irredeemable, RUSE) joins neo-legendary artists Paolo Rivera and Marcos Martin for a new spin on Daredevil that will leave you gasping for air. Having turned his world upside over the past several years, Matt Murdock realizes that justice may not be blind to his past and villains may not be the only ones looking for answers. Bring it on. If Matt Murdock could see what he was doing…he’d be terrified.

Deadpool learned well that when the world is shaken with fear, there’s only one thing to do—CASH IN BIGTIME. Frightened people will pay through the nose for some security…but why should he risk his neck fighting The Worthy when he can create his own, easily-beatable hammer-wielder? Enter: THE WALRUS! A foe Deadpool can defeat with both hands tied behind his back….or can he?

Fear makes us do terrible things—but it will also make the Fearsome Four BECOME terrible things! Twisted by their own terror as well as the reality-warping powers of a fear-drunk Man-Thing, Marvel’s Strangest Heroes transform into horrendous versions of themselves. Howard the Duck, Nighthawk, Frankenstein, and She-Hulk mutate from hero to monster freaks—and instead of saving the city the foursome just might end it. It’s a mad tale told by Brandon Montclare, Ryan Bodenheim, with covers by living legend Michael Wm Kaluta. And joining the ghastly crew of creators and characters, the one and only Simon Bisley illustrates a special in-story Spotlight!

XXXX XXXXX...one of the most beloved heroes in the Marvel Universe…is now the willing avatar of the Serpent's malice--an engine of discord cutting an unstoppable path of destruction through the heart of New York City! How did the Serpent's Hammer seduce him so easily? Can the rest of the XXXXXXX stop him before he levels the entire city in the name of his dark master?

Speedball desperately races across the world, trying to unite pockets of resistance against the Serpent...but as the Serpent's forces strike back, and innocent lives are lost, is he only bringing about his own greatest fear? PLUS: Jimmy Woo’s world unravels as he pieces together a puzzle he didn’t even know he was part of! Is ultimate knowledge worth the price of his sanity? And can the Blue Marvel fight what the Serpent has wrought in the trenches?

"OUT, OUT..."
This is the X-Men comic that will have people talking for years! Some candles burn twice as bright and half as long. Some candles don't get a chance to burn at all. Generation Hope discover what happens when a light goes out.

As the world descends into chaos around him, Herc and his unlikely myth-villain allies fight to save his new home of Brooklyn from being consumed by the fear being sown by the witchcraft of Hecate. Will Herc keep his wits and save the day, or will his newly depowered nature make him all the more susceptible to Hecate’s terrifying powers? It’s magic and mayhem of unprecedented levels in this thrilling new issue from Marvel "Foremen" Greg Pak and Fred Van Lente!

As the hammer-wielders continue their campaign of fear and terror, Red Hulk takes up arms against the newly deified XXX XXXXX! It’s bruiser versus bruiser as two of the world’s strongest battle it out in an all-out brawl that will shake the world! And no one is watching this closer than M.O.D.O.K.!

China is about to become scorched earth! The monstrous agents of FEAR ITSELF rip across the continent, as War Machine and the Immortal Iron Fist finally live up to their mysterious destiny! And will Marvel’s newest hero unite Rhodey and the Immortal Weapons…or tear them apart?!

China is about to become scorched earth! The monstrous agents of FEAR ITSELF rip across the continent, as War Machine and the Immortal Iron Fist finally live up to their mysterious destiny! And will Marvel’s newest hero unite Rhodey and the Immortal Weapons…or tear them apart?!

Part 2 of 4
Following the shocking events in Part 1, Wolverine is a destroyed man. The world needs him to be a hero, but he knows he is a monster. So…what happens when a more terrible monster rises to form the first tribe of superhuman cannibals? Will Logan fall to their onslaught? Will he step aside and let the monsters devour the world? Or will he find some new reason to make a last stand? NY Times bestselling thriller author Jonathan Maberry and celebrated artist Laurence Campbell bring the pain in Part 2 of this apocalyptic horror story.

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The final battle to rule the Savage Land comes to a devastating end! As Skaar and Ka-Zar risk everything to save the planet, the Designer resurrects the alien colossus UMBU THE UNLIVING to ensure that if it can’t have the world, no one can! Who will survive, and who will be crowned the ultimate King of the Savage Land?

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In the days before the terrible events of Ragnarok, the Gods of Asgard stare across the ramparts of their city towards a massive, demonic army massed at the gates — the prophesied End of All Days is about to begin. As the armies of darkness begin their initial attacks, Thor confronts Loki, who is destined to usher in the fall of Asgard. But what he learns from the Loki may change the way he sees his treacherous half-brother. For perhaps this terrible event is a time also of renewal. Perhaps in this desperate hour even the God of Lies has a purpose.

The X-Men are used to being feared. When FEAR ITSELF finally reaches the west coast, they're going to become well acquainted with the emotion first hand. The unstoppable power of an old foe renewed is heading their way, and they have all the time in the world to realize how little they can do to stop him. And even more time to think about exactly how he's going to destroy San Francisco and everything it stands for.

X-Factor headquarters is under siege! As the birth of Wolfsbane’s baby draws near, demonic forces pound at their door, desperate to steal the child away. How will X-Factor battle the supernatural? Salvation may just arrive in a very familiar form…

"FIRST TO LAST"
The battle fought in two time-periods comes to a climactic conclusion! The X-Men are the only thing that stand between the Evolutionaries and the complete annihilation of the human race. On top of that, learn secrets of Emma Frost’s past and what she had to do with the original Brotherhood of Evil Mutants.

America! Now might be a good time to lock up your daughters – because Nikolai Dante is here! The ultimate rogue is set to blast from the pages of legendary comic book 2000 AD® into the USA with a brand new collection of his first adventures – Nikolai Dante: Too Cool to Kill. Writer Robbie Morrison and artist Simon Fraser’s epic sci-fi adventure features one of 2000 AD’s most popular characters -- a swashbucklin’, lady-lovin’, authority-defyin’ ne’er-do-well with a winning grin, a taste for danger and alien technology that can turn his hands into weaponry! In a story that is at its core very familiar to Americans -- a rogue who turns revolutionary -- Dante’s story has taken him from seducing countesses to leading rebellions. This month, American readers will have the chance to read Dante’s exploits from the very beginning, with this US-only edition bringing his first exploits together in a stunningly cool collection.

The Spirit has gone rogue, killing criminals that the judicial system has let slip through its grasp. Now The Spirit – the real Spirit – must find the impostor who is signing these murders with an “S,” while the pressure is on Dolan to make an arrest. Will The Spirit end up behind bars before the killer strikes again?

The long-simmering rivalry between Zatanna and The Spectre ignites in this issue! In an infernal courtroom beneath Alcatraz Prison, the Maid of Magic is on trial for her life, with the vengeful Spectre determined to find her just as guilty as the mystic criminals she fights. Will even Zatanna’s powers be enough to save her from God’s wrath?

Power Girl is in the big leagues now – and the First Annual "Power Girl Convention" has asked her to attend! But is she ready to meet her #1 fan? How about when that fan decides to keep P.G. around as her best friend and personal bodyguard – forever?

In the Ragnorok, even the gods must die. The question is, who yet lives and what is dead, after the skies go black and the waters red. Prepare for an epic battle for the ages that will change Sonja's world forever!

Dejah Thoris has proclaimed her love for John Carter, but the despicable Warlord of Zodanga has forced her to promise she will marry the Zondangan prince. A Martian woman may not back out of such a pledge, and she may not marry her husband-to-be's killer. John Carter will need an army to change things now. If he can help Tars Tarkas seize control of the Tharks, he might have just that -- but Zodanga's not going down without a fight!

Publisher:Image ComicsWriters: David HahnPencils: David HahnCovers: David Hahn

"STEALING SCENES", Part 2 of 5
A strained relationship gets even more awkward when Donna awkwardly discovers that her new boyfriend, Jim, is an old flame of Kit's, and things get worse when Kit learns Jim is enrolled in the same art program at school. Also, a strange girl named Martha answers Kit's ad for a housemate.

"DEVIL IN THE FLESH", Part 1 of 3
The legendary fallen angel returns to comics. As New York City's sins are covered with a fresh blanket of snow, the psychotic serial killer, Torment, is hard at work creating new ones. Meanwhile, Avengelyne has her hands full with the Red Dragon who has taken a human vessel in search of a new apprentice. Who has the Dragon chosen as his vessel and does it have anything to do with Avengelyne's new look? All this plus the introduction of the stunning, Heaven Starr! AVENGELYNE is a new ongoing supernatural series written by MARK POULTON (Koni Waves) with art by OWEN GIENI and letters and color assists by DEXTER WEEKS.

"THE BONES"
BULLETPROOF COFFIN artist and Legend, SHAKY KANE, joins ELEPHANTMEN for the freaky tale of Doctor Sebastian Bone and his wife, Victoria, and her lust for something belonging to Elephantmen. MATURE READERS

"OUTER DARKNESS", Part 3 of 6
The battle between Jackie Estacado and the very source of his power, The Darkness ensues in earnest! Estacado has been lied to, beaten down, and betrayed over and over again over the last few years; but he has also studied, learned, and grown. Will Jackie Estacado take control of his destiny or will he end up another in a long line of pawns for The Darkness?

In the corners of our minds, we find ourselves asking...who protects us from the unknown?

Detective Tom Whalen is a 'lifer' on the force, as well as a veteran of the decrepit streets of New York City...along with all the freaks that come with it. Yet, the city might not be anything close to what he thinks it is, in fact -- it might just be far worse than he ever imagined! Journey through the supernatural origin and expansion of America's most famous metropolis, New York City, in this introductory Haunted City #0 that will uncover those which dwells in the shadows of the paranormal, and also reveals why Detective Whalen may not be able to survive the city he's spent his entire life protecting.

Aspen Comics teams up with producer and director McG's Wonderland Sound and Vision to bring you this all-new story that sets the stage for the Haunted City #1 next month. Complete with an additional sketchbook section, never-before-seen art.

Visionary Comics and Pinnacle Entertainment present the second of four one-shots bringing the weird Western world of Deadlands to comics! 'Massacre at Red Wing' tells the story of Clementime, a warrior woman who journeys south in search of her mother, swearing to kill anyone and anything that gets in the way.

The critically acclaimed hardboiled noir crime thriller with guns, fangs and aliens is collected in its full glory!
New York, 1925: the height of prohibition. Gangs fall like bloody dominos as the mysterious Dragonmir family fights to rule the city and begin to wake the Old One – a gigantic sleeping vampire buried amongst the roots of their mansion. But an unlikely alliance formed between tough guy Eddie Falco and a stranded space-alien known as Squeed leads to an uneasy stalemate. Meanwhile, a strong-willed young reporter, dirty cops and ousted Harlem racketeers all try to survive in the middle of the maelstrom, and it’s anyone’s guess who’s going to win the battle for this particular slice of turf.

From visionary cartoonist Ray Fawkes comes one of the most original and thought-provoking graphic novels of all-time! A unique and poetic narrative, One Soul takes the experiences of 18 individuals and weaves them into the spiritual journey of a lifetime. Gracefully flowing from character to character, moment to moment, Fawkes has crafted a stunning mosaic that takes advantage of the medium of sequential art in a way few creators dare.

In the conclusion to “Pieces,” Two Face not only finally tracks down his long-lost coin, but also his wife, Gilda. But is Gilda the woman he remembers her to be? Or will Two Face be too blinded by betrayal and vengeance to spare his wife’s life? Meanwhile, The Riddler inches ever closer to obtaining the skeleton key to his locked memories. With these two bloodthirsty rogues on the loose in Gotham City, which one must Batman stop first before innocent lives are lost?

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With a savage killer still rampant in Gotham, time is running out for Batman to stop him before he strikes again. In order to get closer to the truth about the man in the iron suit’s identity, The Dark Knight will have to delve deeper into the origins and history of Gotham City itself. Is the killer enacting a centuries-old revenge against the city’s founding families or is he simply a crazed collector of Gotham’s artifacts?

The 1970s was a pivotal decade for Batman, one in which he transitioned from TV's campy Caped Crusader into today's Dark Knight Detective! Now, legendary scribe Len Wein (DC UNIVERSE: LEGACIES) tells a never-before-revealed tale from this era in a brand-new story illustrated by TK TK! Plus: Following the 26-page lead story is a classic tale originally published in the '70s, also written by Len Wein!

In a new tale from classic 1970s writer Cary Bates, Gorilla Grodd unleashes his most ruthless attack yet against his nemesis, The Flash – a plan for revenge so warped and diabolical, it dooms The Scarlet

Speedster to a slow and agonizing fate that will end his heroic career and cause an unspeakable rift between Barry and his wife, Iris!

Plus: Following the 26-page lead story is a classic tale originally published in the '70s, also written by Cary Bates!

From legendary scribe Dennis O'Neil comes an untold adventure starring DC's Amazon Princess in her "white costume" phase! When Paradise Island is in danger, Wonder Woman must complete three tasks to save her homeland from destruction. But are these tasks too difficult even for her?

Plus: Following the 26-page lead story is a classic tale originally published in the '70s, also written by Dennis O'Neil!

A reporter working on a story about Batman’s true identity has been murdered. In addition to his own moral struggle over whether or not he is responsible, Batman must hunt the killer down and figure out why he’s so desperate to stop the story’s publication. Meanwhile, Clark Kent is assigned to finish the piece. But will Superman really reveal who Batman is to the world? And furthermore, does taking over this assignment mean that Clark Kent is the killer’s next victim?

Death finally claims one of the T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents! Dark secrets about the history of T.H.U.N.D.E.R. surface as the Iron Maiden continues her assault on the team. Featuring guest art from Mike Grell and Nick Dragotta!